Brakes squealing when braking

STEVIE12

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2015 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
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My brakes are squealing when replacing brakes. Should I get new rotors also? Thanks

Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 4:22 AM

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ASEMASTER6371

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Good morning,

I would always replace rotors with every brake job.

Make sure you use ceramic brake pads to eliminate the squealing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Metallic pads contain bits of metal. When they get hot, the metal comes to the surface and contacts the rotor giving you the noise.

Use premium rotors. The cheap ones will make noise and warp from heat.

Roy

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 5:14 AM

STEVIE12

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Thank you. Someone told me I should replace calipers. What's your opinion?

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 5:18 AM

ASEMASTER6371

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Only if you have issues with the brakes pulling one way or the other.

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 5:39 AM

STEVIE12

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Thank you.

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 5:45 AM

ASEMASTER6371

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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 5:47 AM

STEVIE12

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Roy, one more question. I do not have pulling but if I need calipers can I still put brakes and rotors on without new calipers until next week due to not having the money?

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 6:15 AM

ASEMASTER6371

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Sure. I would make sure you still have the issue after you replace the pads and rotors.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement

Roy

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Monday, July 26th, 2021 AT 6:29 AM

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